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What is a minaudière bag?
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Generally considered to be jewelry and intended to substitute for an evening bag, a minaudière is a convenient fashion accessory. This case or decorative handbag, which is typically oblong and metal-plated, features compartments for makeup and other personal items. Shop a collection of vintage and designer minaudières from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
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Shop for Minaudiere Purse on 1stDibs
Hermès Tiny Silver Minaudiere Purse
By Hermès
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Hermès - (Made in France) Tiny silver minaudiere. It could have been used as a powder compact.
Additional information:
Condition: Very good condition
Dimensions: 9 cm x 7 cm x 2 cm
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1960s French Evening Bags and Minaudières
Volupte 1950s Enamel Flower Compact Miaudiere Purse and Case
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous black enamel compact, minaudiere, purse from Volupte. It has a black front decorated with enamel flowers and painted leaves on either side and the back is brushed gold me...
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1950s American Evening Bags and Minaudières
Saks Fifth Avenue Gilt Metal Panther Evening Bag Made in Italy c 1970s
By Saks Fifth Avenue
Located in University City, MO
SAKS FIFTH AVENUE Gilt metal evening bag Made in Italy c 1970
The opulent minaudiere purse is designed with an exotic gold metal panther's head
The eyes are embellished with ruby col...
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1970s Italian Evening Bags and Minaudières
Judith Leiber Pink Swarovski Crystal Minaudière Clutch Evening Bag Purse
By Judith Leiber
Located in Studio City, CA
A Judith Leiber pink minaudière evening purse entirely covered with pink Swarovski crystals.
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Late 20th Century American Evening Bags and Minaudières
Françoise Montague minaudiere bag
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
FRANÇOISE MONTAGUE - Oval minaudiere bag entirely decorated with blue and silvery rhinestones. Silvery metal chain handle.
Condition:
Very good condition
Dimensions:
Length: 19 cm ...
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1980s French Evening Bags and Minaudières
Françoise Montague minaudiere bag
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
FRANÇOISE MONTAGUE - Minaudiere bag entirely overlaid with black faceted pearls, rhinestones and golden lurex. Handle decorated with faceted pearls.
Condition:
Very good condition
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